Why Kids Should Learn Self Defense

The world has become a dangerous place for everyone, but especially for children. Children spend less time outdoors and get less exercise, not just because of the dangers, but because of video games and other entertainment-related electronics. Self-defense training is an option that not only offers physical activity and strength-building exercises, it enhances a child’s sense of self, teaches discipline, and boosts his or her confidence levels.

Children are exposed to a variety of dangers, and few are able to protect themselves if required. Self-defense teaches kids how to recognize dangerous situations and assess them, then make a logical decision as to how to handle it. This training teaches a child self-control, and it builds their self-confidence.

When children are faced with a physical threat such as bullying, they may not understand why they are being targeted, and that it is a weakness in the bully’s behavior, not theirs. Self-defense teaches a child to stand his or her ground, calmly evaluate the situation, and deal with it in a way that will prevent injury to themselves. When a child can protect himself or herself, they become more confident and self-assured, and that affects all aspects of their well-being and safety.

Krav Maga Institute offers training in authentic Israeli Krav Maga for children and adults, law enforcement and security personnel and for those seeking strength and fitness instruction. KMI is the only fully certified Krav Maga school in NYC, and our highly trained, expert instructors have decades of experience. Krav Maga is not a competitive sport like martial arts. It is strictly a self-defense and fighting system intended for protecting yourself in a practical way in locations such as bars, nightclubs, and the streets of NYC. We also offer fight choreography for movies and television, as well as corporate events and training. For more information, visit our website at https://kravmagainstitutenyc.com/.